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HHS & SET Lab Technician
Durham College
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1610 Champlain Avenue, Whitby, ON
$36.56 an hour
Part-time
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$36.56 an hour
Part-time
1610 Champlain Avenue, Whitby, ON

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HHS & SET Lab Technician
COMPETITION NO. SP26-15

About Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.

DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.

Position Information:
Part-time support opportunity (regular): less than 12-month position (10 month position, with summer layoff June and July)
Hourly rate: $36.56
Hours: 24 Hours per week
Reporting To: Manager, Academic Operations
Department: Faculty of Science & Engineering Technology; and Faculty of Hospitality and Horticultural Science
Campus Location: Whitby
Vacancy status: New vacancy

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Technician provides academic, technical, and operational support for the Faculties Science, Engineering and Technology (SET), and Hospitality and Horticultural Science (HHS) at the Whitby Campus. The role is integral to supporting the delivery of practical, laboratory, and experiential learning activities by ensuring laboratories, equipment, materials, and supplies are prepared, maintained, and available to support curriculum delivery and student success.

Working closely with faculty, staff, industry partners, and students, the incumbent coordinates laboratory readiness, inventory management, procurement, equipment maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and health and safety compliance. The Technician ensures that laboratory environments operate effectively, safely, and in alignment with program requirements, institutional policies, and regulatory standards.

The incumbent is responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, records, maintenance logs, and standard operating procedures, while providing technical expertise and support to faculty, students, and administration. The role also supports laboratory operations, storage management, equipment lifecycle planning, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the quality and effectiveness of academic programming.

In addition, the Technician works alongside work-study students, providing mentorship, guidance, and ongoing support to promote safe and effective laboratory practices and adherence to established health and safety standards. The incumbent contributes to maintaining clean, organized, and operational learning environments and may support workshops, student recruitment activities, special projects, and other initiatives that advance program excellence and campus engagement.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of a 3-year diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Architectural Technology, Horticulture and/or Sciences, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of recent, relevant experience. It is an asset if this experience is supporting laboratory, technical, or applied learning environments within civil engineering, horticulture, architectural, construction, or related disciplines.
  • Demonstrated experience operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting technical laboratory equipment and related testing procedures; experience in civil, chemical, or food science laboratories is an asset.
  • Experience with inventory management, purchasing, budget monitoring, and procurement processes, including obtaining quotations, preparing requisitions, and maintaining appropriate stock levels.

Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on August 10, 2026. Competition number SP26-15.

Contact Us T:905.721.3073 HumanResources@durhamcollege.ca
C Wing, Second Floor - 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, ON

Durham College invites applications from all qualified individuals. Durham is committed to fostering workplace diversity, and, provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in alternate format; require communication supports; an accommodation in applying for a posting and/or if you are selected for an interview, please contact our Human Resources (HR) department and an HR assistant will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Land Acknowledgement
Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.

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